Part 4/8:

The Nature of CBF’s Electoral Mechanics

The CBF's electoral system allows for significant disparity in voting power, where state federations have a more substantial influence than individual clubs. This asymmetry means that even if Ronaldo garners the necessary support from a handful of clubs, he could still struggle to secure backing from influential federations where votes are often swayed by financial incentives—effectively a system where necessary favors might dictate allegiances.